Which of the follows need to be monitored on a daily and/or weekly basis to assess patient tolerance to enteral feeding?
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Over 97% of critical care nurses report using gastric residual volume (GRV) measurements to assess feeding tolerance, though modern guidelines often deem this unreliable for routine monitoring. A comprehensive, multifaceted approach is necessary to correctly assess patient tolerance to enteral feeding, involving a combination of daily and weekly checks. These parameters include vital signs, GI function, fluid status, and lab values, which are all vital for ensuring patient safety and effective nutritional support.
